When to Hold a Juror in Contempt for Internet Research: In the Matter of Lawrence Toppin

For those interested in knowing why jurors are rarely punished, save for public embarrassment, for conducting internet research, I highly recommend reading In the Matter of Lawrence Toppin, a recent opinion by Judge Peter E. Doyne of the Superior Court of New Jersey Bergen County.  Judge Doyne provides the best written analysis to date about what factors a judge considers when deciding to punish a juror for violating the court's rules on conducting internet research.  

To see an earlier news article discussing this opinion go here.